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It was supposed to be the Diwali release, but Deva will now be released towards the end of this month. The film has been released for Diwali in Tamil Nadu and is doing well. Now, the makers are planning to release it here. The hit combination of Surya and Asin will surely be a hit feels Bellamkonda Suresh who is presenting the film in Telugu. The film's music has been scored by Yuvan Shankar Raja and is already doing well in both the languages. Titled Vel in Tamil, the story revolves around family sentiments and has enough scope for romance and action as Surya will be seen in a dual role.
Deva to feature in Thee
Music director Deva would act in an important role in Thee, a movie featuring actor-director Sundar C in the lead role. According to the sources, the noted music director had accepted the offer on hearing the story. Directed by Kicha, Thee stars Malaysian girl Ragini opposite Sundar C. However, Thee is not a remake of yesteryear hit of Superstar Rajnikanth with the same title. According to the director, the film has been loaded with action, sentiment, romance and humour with Sundar C playing an honest cop.
Deva: Simple and humble
Music Director Deva is known for his simplicity. The musician, who has the reputation of having composed music for so many films within a very short period, looks very simple. He is also quite humble when he talks about his achievements. He attributes his success to the cooperation of his brothers Sabesh and Murali (who are now popular composers). Devanesan aka Deva started his music journey in the year 1989 with the film 'Manasukkeththa Maharaasaa'. By the end of 10 years ' the period when he was at his peak ' he composed music for more than 600 films. 60 films a year. Just above one film per week! It is not a mean achievement given the fact that the period was dominated by the maestro Ilayaraja and the magical Rahman. The simpleton Deva, with his down to earth music, was able to carve out his own niche amidst these stalwarts. Deva, who turns 57 today, was attracted towards the world of music in his early years. Teaming with musician Chandra Bose, he staged so many musical programmes. He learnt classical music from Dhanraj and successfully finished a course in Western music in London Trinity Music College. Deva worked in the Television field before entering in to the film world. In those days Deva's brothers were working in the musical troupes of Ilayaraja and other music directors as instrumentalists. Deva was eying for an opportunity to compose music for films. It was a tough struggle. Some of the producers who gave chance to Deva could not complete their projects. Some of the films he worked could not be released. Deva, however, remained unperturbed. He kept on trying with incredible confidence. Finally he got the chance. 'Manasukkeththa Maharaasaa' introduced him to the world. Unfortunately the film didn't make him popular. But the second film ('Vaikaasi Poranthaachu') did the magic. It spread his name to the nooks and corners of Tamilnadu. Producers and filmmakers started knocking his doors. Deva soon became the favorite for many. Deva has done films in all South Indian languages. He has composed music for the films that have leading stars like Rajnikanth and Kamal Haasan. He is best at creating tailor made songs that suit the image of super star. It was he who composed music for Rajni's blockbusters like 'Annaamalai', 'Baashaa', and 'Arunachalam'. It was Deva, who popularized 'gana' songs of Chennai. 'Vaala Meenukkum Vilaangu Meenukkum' might have dominated the recent times but it was Deva, who made the 'gana' songs widely acceptable by giving at least one gana song in each of his film. He is hailed as 'Father of Gaana Genre' in Tamil movies. Among all genres, devotional songs are nearer to Deva's heart. He had never given up composing devotional songs even when he was quite busy. He is still passionately doing music for devotional songs. Deva has been honored with so many awards in his career. In 1990, he received Best Music Director Award from Tamilnadu Government. He got Tamilnadu Government's 'Kalai Maamani Award' in the year 1992. In 1995, the film 'Aasai' fetched him Tamilnadu Government's 'Best Music Director' award! For 'Baashaa', he received Tamilnadu Arts and Cultural Academy award! To top them all, veteran music director Mellisai Mannar (King of melody) M.S. Viswanathan has conferred upon the title, "Thenisai Thentral" (Gentle breeze of sweet music). Apart from these honors, Sathyabama University of Chennai has conferred honorary doctorate to Deva. Deva's legacy continues. His brothers (Sabesh & Murali) are doing well in the field. His son Srikanth Deva has followed his foot steps. He is in fact one of the leading young music directors in both Tamil and Telugu. We wish this veteran musician a very happy birthday. We also wish that he continues his musical journey to more destinations.
Deva's family affair
Producer Sivasakthi Pandian is bringing together Deva's family for a movie next. Titled 'Arjunan Kadhali', the movie has a musical score by father - son duo Deva and Srikanth Deva and is directed by Deva's son-in-law Parthi Bhaskar. Jai, Deva's brother's son, plays the lead role. Shooting for Arjunan Kadhali would commence in Thiruparankunram on the 25th of September. A newcomer would play the heroine. After the success of 'Chennai 600028' and 'Subramaniapuram', Jai is acting in 'Vamanan' and 'Aval Peyer Thamizharasi'. Sekhar V Joseph cranks the camera, while editing will be taken care by G Sasikumar.
Deva Katta, Rana combo?
Director Deva Katta is running high in Tollywood after his Prasthanam has got huge accolades from the industry as well as media. Prasthanam has been selected for Indian Panorama of International Film Festival. Apart from his latter film, his former directorial Vennela also bought him good honor. Deva Katta is now making plans for his next flick and as per the sources information, he is planning to rope in Daggubati Rana for the male lead. The duo was in discussion regarding this. If everything goes well, we might expect another powerful and philosophical flick from Devakatta. Rana is currently busy in shooting of the film ‘Nenu Naa Rakshasi’ at Hyderabad in the direction of Puri Jagannath. Ileana is playing the female lead in the movie. The film unit has recently completed the abroad schedule.
Devashish, You got the right break
From working in Radio Mirchi 8.3 FM for three years to working with his father Pandit Suvashit Raj and R.J.Rahat on the show "Sun Taro Ki Dhun'and straight to the acting stage with a role in the famous serial 'Karishma Ka Karishma" Devashish Sargam has come a long way. When T-series signs up a new singer, isn't it proper to say that the new artist has almost reached the threshold of ultimate fame and glory that every new singer or actor dreams of. The music giant recently signed up Devashish Sargam to release his debut album 'Bewafa Yaar Tha' on its label. Bhushan Kumar and Ajay Kapoor of T-Series provided him the services of music director Nikhil of Nikhil/Vinay fame and renowned lyricists like Nusrat Badr, Prasant Vasl and Praveen Bhardwaj whose lyrics the new singer will give life to. This vocalist has music in his blood and at the tender age of 7 was initiated into the vast sea of rhythms, melody, ragas, swar and taal starting his training under his mother Smt. Shirpa Raj and later on with other music gurus. Devashish got a taste of team work and some lessons in acting too when the video for the song "Khat" was shot. The singer who is featured in the video has to get into the skins of different characters like a joker, a policeman, and even a drunkard. A professional coach was hired by T-Series to assist and give guidance to get the best out of Devashish while enacting the different roles. The singer's co stars Chandana and Rufy Khan also helped him a lot to give perfection to the video. The new singer also has been offered a song in a Bollywood film which is still in its pre-production stage. In the present time of media boom where singers are being introduced like never before, not just talent but loads of confidence and variety is also needed to make it big. Devashish Sargam, hope u have enough of originality and attitude to make it big.